Thread by @WHO

It's #WorldBicycleDay 🚲
Cycling is good for us all:
Like all forms of physical exercise it helps maintain a balanced weight and prevent heart disease, stroke, diabetes, & some cancers. + it improves mental health & well-being.
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Ride your bicycle to #BeatNCDs!

Cycling is not only healthy, it’s also good for the environment!

#HealthyCities prioritize making it easy to exercise regularly, e.g. by creating 🚲 lanes & parks

#WorldBicycleDay🚴

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Cycling is healthy for all age groups:
It helps you maintain a balanced weight and prevent heart disease, stroke, diabetes, & some cancers & improves mental health & well-being.
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#BeActive and ride your bicycle on #WorldBicycleDay!

It's #WorldBicycleDay🚲
#BeActive and ride your bike!

DYK - adults should do at least 150 minutes of physical activity throughout the week

54% of road traffic deaths are pedestrians🚶🏾‍♀️, cyclists🚴‍♂️ & motorcyclists 🏍️

Let's make cycling safe as well as healthy by promoting #RoadSafety!

#WorldBicycleDay

Lack of pedestrian crossings, sidewalks, & separate bike lanes, as well as excessive speed make cycling and walking risky.

It is time to make walking 🚶‍♂️ & cycling 🚴 safe by prioritizing #RoadSafety in urban planning.

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#WorldBicycleDay 🚲

For many, 🚲 is more than a sport or hobby, it can allow you to:
✔️make a living
✔️commute
✔️socialize
✔️gain access to education
✔️support mental health
& much more.

Let's make sure everyone can enjoy riding their bike!

#WorldBicycleDay 🚴‍♂️